Recent content by mrodent

Thanks, that really explains some of the issues nicely. Are we really sure Toton - Leeds will be non-stop? (NB I had a look at the DfT page as suggested, and am none the wiser). This NPR map is quite interesting, and there's currently a station just outside Sheffield. Also I understand that...

Could a new thread be started on specifically clarifying what the eastern fork of the HS2 is going to do under current plans (and views thereon)? I realise of course that such matters are not wholly unrelated to the title and purpose of this thread, but when it comes to speculating about...

[NB in fact I posted my 2nd post above before the next two replies: but because I'm new my reply had to wait to be moderated and then published (anti-spam measures)] I had a look at that "possible combination" thread: it's a bit different really. I'm suggesting that it could (not must!) be...

Er, yes, obviously my suggestion involves not having a rail line where a rail line is currently planned. The question was really an invitation to consider pros and cons. "all the cities along the Midland Mainline". Which cities do you mean? Surely HS2 must stop very infrequently: otherwise...

I fully expect to have my head bitten off on this, as I am anything but a rail expert. Wouldn't it be simpler and cleverer to extend only one line north of Birmingham, making it curve just east of Manchester city centre, then head north-east to curve just west of Leeds city centre? With the...